About the Role
Crescent Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Director of Luxury Spa & Wellness to manage daily spa operations, focusing on maximizing departmental sales and ensuring a luxurious guest experience. The role involves overseeing staff, managing budgets, developing marketing strategies, and fostering a positive team environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the spa and coordinate non-management staff.
- Maximize departmental sales, including services and retail, and profits.
- Oversee spa aesthetics, merchandising, marketing, maintenance, cost controls, inventory, and reporting.
- Select and manage vendors for spa retail, including contracts and purchasing.
- Oversee retail product research, selection, purchasing, and display.
- Monitor and control supply inventories, uniforms, and purchasing processes.
- Track actual and projected sales, ensuring revenue goals are achieved or exceeded.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and functionality across all spa facilities and equipment.
- Develop and coordinate group spa experiences, including amenities, gifting programs, and customized services.
- Plan and execute spa promotions, seasonal offers, and holiday events.
- Ensure spa services are highlighted in property marketing and advertising.
- Recommend new products, services, and enhancements to remain competitive in the market.
- Oversee payroll, scheduling, and labor costs.
- Review operating statements, payroll reports, and budget worksheets to meet or exceed financial goals.
- Manage controllable expenses such as amenities, linens, salon products, décor, and supplies.
- Collaborate with sales and catering teams to accommodate group requests, review contracts, and ensure accurate billing.
- Lead by example in delivering outstanding guest service and creating a welcoming atmosphere.
- Empower team members to resolve guest concerns and provide exceptional service.
- Monitor guest satisfaction surveys, feedback, and comment cards to identify improvement opportunities.
- Partner with housekeeping and engineering to maintain a pristine, well-functioning spa environment.
- Recruit, interview, and hire qualified hourly staff.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive training and onboarding programs.
- Conduct performance appraisals and create development plans for team members.
- Foster a collaborative, communicative, and motivated work environment.
- Maintain an open-door policy, address employee concerns, and act on engagement feedback.
- Recognize achievements and celebrate team successes.
Requirements
- A keen eye for detail and respect for providing a luxurious spa experience.
- Ability to handle challenges.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends.
- Ability to handle conflict with tact, patience, and diplomacy.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to observe and respond to operational and guest needs.
- Flexible, team-oriented, and hands-on leadership style.
Skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Professional presence with the ability to lead by example.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with guests, employees, and vendors.
Location
- NYC
- New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5 years of experience in spa, guest services, front desk, sales/marketing, or related field.
Education Level
- 4-year bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hotel & Restaurant Management, or related field.
Salary/Compensations
- $100,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Highly competitive wages
- An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
- RSP/401K matching program for eligible associates
- Flexible scheduling
- Discounts with Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
- Marriott Hotel Discount
- Tuition Assistance Benefit
About the Company
- At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests.
- We understand what it takes to be a part of something great.
- We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey.
- Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need.
- We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.
